Injured Pedestrians Can Face an Uphill Battle

Milwaukee Pedestrian Accident Attorneys

Drivers who negligently hit pedestrians deserve to be held accountable for the consequences — including serious injuries, permanent disabilities and fatalities — but it takes an experienced lawyer to stand up to the insurance companies in pursuit of justice.

At the law firm of Aiken & Scoptur, S.C., our Milwaukee pedestrian accident attorneys help injured people and grieving families throughout Wisconsin pursue personal injury and wrongful death claims. Do not hesitate to contact us for a free consultation with one of our dedicated attorneys.

Identifying the Causes of Pedestrian Accidents

Drivers must never forget that the size and weight of their vehicles makes them extremely dangerous to pedestrians, even at relatively low speeds. Drivers can and do cause catastrophic, all-too-often fatal accidents through negligent actions such as the following:

Failing to stop at a crosswalk

Failing to stop for a pedestrian at a corner

Driving up onto the sidewalk

Swerving onto the shoulder

Cars and trucks always need to stop for pedestrians who have the right of way. But even when pedestrians are jaywalking, that is no excuse for drivers to hit them. In both cases, drivers who do not take reasonable steps to avoid accidents can be held accountable.

Making Sure You Get What You Are Entitled To

If you have been hit by a car, you should not agree to an insurance settlement until someone with your interests at heart has conducted a thorough investigation. At Aiken & Scoptur, S.C., we work with credible expert professionals to investigate and document pedestrian accident cases.

Our attorneys are dedicated to getting clients the full compensation they deserve. We take all personal injury cases on contingency, so you will not pay us a fee unless we help you obtain money damages. To discuss your case with an experienced trial lawyer, contact us today.